Simulation Technologist - Edmonton, Canada - NAIT (Northern Alberta Institute of Technology)

Description

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NOTE: This is a temporary position ending on or before December 31, 2024, with the possibility of extension.

NAIT's Centre for Advanced Medical Simulation (CAMS) is a world-class accredited simulation facility that enables the simulation of varied, structured scenarios in realistic clinical, community care, and home care environments. CAMS brings together a unique suite of customizable simulation theatres with the expertise of simulation specialists and allied health professionals, including paramedicine, medical laboratory technology, diagnostic imaging, and respiratory therapy. These professionals are often end-users of innovative technology.

This position requires growth, leadership skills, and the ability to coordinate with internal and external clients. This includes establishing quality standards in healthcare and field settings and ensuring they are met. Additionally, the incumbent has technical preparatory responsibilities. The position requires strong knowledge and understanding of the technology, procedures, and instrumentation used in the Simulation Centre. The incumbent is required to assess, recommend, and order equipment and supplies consistent with program(s) specifications and stated instructional requirements. The work may involve selecting, designing, adapting, and modifying new or existing methods and equipment for use in simulation. The incumbent may provide training to program staff and instruction to students in the correct use and safety of the equipment; this includes the repair, calibration and troubleshooting of sophisticated simulation manikins and other equipment. This role will include a variety of responsibilities including onsite support for facilitators and online virtual simulations. The successful candidate would demonstrate leadership, advanced interpersonal and organizational skills, independence within established policies and collaboration with team members.

Key Accountabilities:

• Assist with the coordination and support of student simulations
• Support simulation training and scenario design
• Support the virtual simulation implementation and strategy
• Set up and take down laboratory equipment as required
• Maintain accurate records of all maintenance and service calls
• Maintain, troubleshoot, and calibrate laboratory equipment/instrumentation to manufacturers' standards in compliance with program specifications
• Provide general operating, troubleshooting, and maintenance support to the programs
• Perform quality control procedures
• Assist in the ordering of supplies and expendable items, and maintain related inventory records
• Actively participate in business plan objectives as identified by the institute and CAMS
• Utilize regular feedback to identify and implement improvement
• Engage in professional development activities
• Attend staff meetings
• Maintain and repair diversified and complex laboratory and test equipment and ensures equipment area meets instructional requirements
• May assist with the installation and/or install new and complex equipment
• Assess and calibrate new laboratories and equipment
  Act as a laboratory assistant to instructional staff during simulations and provide guidance in the correct use and safety of equipment
• Order equipment and supplies for laboratories and perform related stores and inventory control duties including assessing instructional equipment and recommending acceptance or rejection

Skills & Abilities:

• Experience in the delivery of adult education is desirable
• Exemplary communication skills to work with external clients unfamiliar with simulation
• Ability to work within a project team with time-sensitive deliverables and revenue targets
• Knowledge of the simulation technology, including theories and accepted procedures and practices, and their industrial applications
• Significant knowledge of simulation procedures and laboratory practices employed in educational laboratories
• Knowledge of related health and simulation equipment and devices, their use and applications
• Knowledge of the simulation supplemented by knowledge of virtual or screen-based simulation and AV equipment
• Understanding of supervisory techniques, practices in addition to project management

Qualifications:

• Completion of Grade twelve
• Diploma in the field related to the position assignments. For example, Chemical Technology, supplemental course work in electronics, instrumentation, or related area
• Several years of related diversified industry experience
• Equivalencies are considered as per the following:
• Two-year diploma from NAIT or a comparable technical institute; OR
• Eligible for certification as a technologist with (CHSE and/or CHSOS) plus several years of related experience; OR
• License from an Alberta health profession; OR
• Graduation from an accredited health program
• A solid understanding of health professions
• Experience in health simulation
• Experience working with students in a PSI
• Must be willing to concurrently work towards achievement of CHSE and CHSOS during the term of the temporary position. Details regarding certification can be found at the following website:

Remuneration: $59, $79,497.34 annually, plus a comprehensive benefits package. (Classification - Education Laboratory Specialist III).

This position is covered by the Alberta Union of Provincial Employees (AUPE) Collective Agreement.

Please submit a resume and cover letter to be considered for this opportunity.

About NAIT

At NAIT, people matter.

We're proud to have been named one of Alberta's Top Employers for 13 consecutive years. Developing an engaging, supportive, and rewarding work culture is something we take seriously. We know that people are our biggest asset - they are what makes NAIT a great place to work.

At NAIT, you are part of a community that makes a difference in the lives of students, staff and industry clients and partners. The NAIT culture reflects our shared values of respect, collaboration, celebration, creativity, and accountability. We are committed to equity, diversity and inclusion and are a proud partner of the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion and Pride at Work Canada. NAIT is committed to advancing equity and cultivating inclusion throughout the hiring process. We especially encourage applications from Aboriginal and Indigenous people, Black and racialized people, gender and sexually diverse (2SLGBTQIA+ and women) people, immigrants, and people with disabilities.

What we offer

We've created a benefits package that focuses on health and wellness, professional and personal growth, recognition, and work-life balance.

NAIT is a flexible workplace and depending on the nature of your role, you may request flexible work arrangements with respect to where and when you work, including being on-campus full-time, working off-site, or a combination of the two.

Employees also have access to excellent vacation time, paid time off between Christmas and New Year's, a strong recognition program, learning opportunities, 2 annual all-staff professional development days and so much more.

Additional requirements

Applicants with education credentials earned outside of Canada who have not had them previously assessed should have their credentials evaluated by World Education Services or the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS)

Accommodations

NAIT is an inclusive employer and strives to hire a diverse workforce. If you are contacted by us regarding a job opportunity, please don't hesitate to contact us if you require any accommodation during the selection process. Please contact us via email at

We thank you for your application, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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